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Stomach and stomach lining

The stomach connects the esophagus to the small intestines and is where the majority of food digestion takes place.

Review Date: 01/22/2007
Reviewed By: Jenifer K. Lehrer, MD, Department of Gastroenterology, Frankford-Torresdale Hospital, Jefferson Health System, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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